Alliance comments on BHFNC’s The Best Start in Life — A manifesto for physical activity in the early years

20th January 2016

Commenting on the publication of the BHFNC's The Best Start in Life - A manifesto for physical activity in the early years, Neil Leitch, chief executive of the Pre-school Learning Alliance said:

“As providers, we know the importance of an active lifestyle and that children are given ample opportunity for physical play. However, at a time when there is so much focus on narrower early skills such as literacy and numeracy, it is important that both parents and practitioners ensure that children’s physical development remains a top priority. As such, we welcome any guidance or initiatives that can be offered to support settings’ and parents’ understanding of this issue, and how they can best support children during their formative years.”

For further information or to interview, Neil Leitch, Chief Executive of the Pre-school Learning Alliance please contact:

Emma Caldwell
Pre-school Learning Alliance
T: 020 7697 2598
E: Emma Caldwell

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Notes for editors

  1. The Pre-school Learning Alliance is the largest voluntary sector provider of quality affordable childcare and education in England.
  2. Through direct provision and its membership of 14,000 nurseries, sessional pre-schools and parent and toddler groups, the Alliance supports over 800,000 children and their families in England. The Alliance also develops and runs family learning programmes, offers information and advice, runs acclaimed training and accreditation programmes and campaigns to influence early years policy and practice.
  3. For information about the Pre-school Learning Alliance, visit our website:

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